Dr. Rachel Edwards

Associate Professor

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Biography

Rachel Edwards is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Warwick. She serves as the Associate Academic Director of the Warwick Institute of Engagement. Professor Edwards specializes in the generation and detection of ultrasound, utilizing lasers and electromagnetic acoustic transducers. Her research includes modeling ultrasound with PZFlex and conducting non-destructive testing. Additionally, she explores cryogenic ultrasonic measurements on single crystals, focusing on phase transitions, changes in elastic constants, and the efficiency of acoustic attenuation generation. She is also involved in making performances accessible through adaptive musical instruments. Rachel encourages student involvement in outreach activities and facilitates public engagement projects within her research. She teaches courses such as PX385, Condensed Matter Physics, and offers guidance for final year projects in non-destructive testing and low temperature ultrasound. Edwards is keen to discuss collaboration opportunities and engage with schools to promote physics education and outreach.

Research Interests

Courses

PX385 Condensed Matter Physics

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.